The Life of Chuck Christian-review
Okay, The Life of Chuck is not a simple story; it is a bit confusing and strange. That means, the story has been shown in such a way as if everything has gone upside down. The hero is Charles “Chuck” Krantz, whose life is shown backwards – first his end, then his young adult phase, and then finally the story of childhood, in which there is more focus on family and faith. It is directed by Mike Flanagan, and it is based on the novel by Stephen King.
The story may seem a bit confusing, because in the beginning we see Chuck struggling with brain tumor, at the age of 39. Then his death. But later the film takes us back to his childhood as if everything is being rewinded. This approach is rare and forces one to think about the meaning of life, forgiveness, redemption and those small moments that are really important.
If seen from a Christian perspective, this film is a medium to understand life as it is written in the Psalms of the Bible (Psalm 90:12) – Time is a gift and what we leave behind has its own weight. Towards the end, when everything starts falling apart, we are reminded of how fragile creation is – and that everything is in God’s hands.
The most interesting thing is that the story is told in reverse, which is unusual. This brings questions to our mind – is forgiveness really possible? What does redemption mean? And which moments matter the most in life? The relationship between Chuck and his grandfather teaches a great lesson – we should listen to what our elders say and apply it in our lives, just like Proverbs 1:8-9.
The film is a little philosophical and existential, sometimes seeming abstract, but it never makes you feel hopeless. For Christian viewers it is a different light of hope — one that comes not from human understanding but from God’s grace, especially when life seems confusing or chaotic (James 1:17). There are also mystery and supernatural elements, but it does not spread fear or nihilism. Instead, it focuses on understanding the sanctity of every moment.
So, if you are a Christian, watch The Life of Chuck with an open heart and understanding. It may not give a direct gospel message, but it is a poetic reminder — to live life wisely, to take care of your relationships, and to feel God’s presence every day. For those who try to understand its layers, it will be a spiritual deep dive, a new feeling of gratitude for life.
